Nominees for Large Business of the Year

CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs

CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, has been serving the needs of Hot Springs and surrounding communities for more than 129 years.

CHI St. Vincent is committed to being a great place to work, practicing medicine and delivering excellent and compassionate care. The mission of CHI St. Vincent Health System and Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is to nurture the healing ministry of the church, supported by education and research. Fidelity to the Gospel urges us to emphasize human dignity and social justice as we create healthier communities.

The healthcare facility is deeply rooted in the community and believes strongly in collaboration with others to better the community.

Xpress Boats

Principles of Xpress Boats include family, legacy and a quiet, humble approach to manufacturing the finest and most innovative products in the boating industry.

The legacy of Xpress Boats and Veranda Luxury Pontoons dates back 51 years when founder Kermit Bryant took an innovative approach to manufacturing, understanding a problem and finding a solution.

From that beginning the company has remained a family owned and family operated business. Quietly and humbly the Herndon family built the business utilizing resources, components and talent from the region. It provides a quality workplace compensating its employees favorably for the growth, viability and success of the community.

Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa

A historic icon of the City of Hot Springs, the State of Arkansas

and Hot Springs National Park, the Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa welcomes and accommodates visitors and guests to the community.

Its mission is to delight its customers, employees, community and owners by relentlessly delivering exceptional customer service, value, support and quality services.

The Arlington is proud to have been a mainstay for the development of the Hot Springs community for more than 140 years.